Hmm? Well, above is the 4 in 1, 1.25 yard bucket I purchased as a replacement. The existing bucket has a good bend in the clam shell and the replacement is much straighter. I had it media blasted and I repainted it.
Last fall I purchased a JD 450 CA for $7K. It needs some work but the engine and hydraulics work well. The undercarriage is my biggest concern. I am expecting to spend at least another $7K on repairs and maintenance. In the next few years I plan to buy some land in the mountains and use the...